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Delicious Turkish pasta layered with garlicky yogurt, spiced ground beef, and colorful garnishes.
Alyssa

Turkish Pasta Recipe

A 30-minute TikTok-viral Turkish Pasta dish made by layering cooked pasta with garlicky yogurt, spiced ground beef, and a chili butter drizzle.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 563
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces pasta (farfalle or any shape)
  • 1 pound ground beef (93%)
  • 1 medium size onion (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper paste (or tomato paste)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (unsweetened plain)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes (cut in half)
  • 4 tablespoons dried mint (or fresh parsley)
  • 2 tablespoons sumac (optional)

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Season the pasta water generously with salt. Add the pasta and cook until it is al dente. Save ½ cup of the cooking liquid, drain the pasta, and set it aside.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, in a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 pound ground beef. Cook, breaking up the large chunks of meat for about 4-5 minutes until it is no longer pink. Add the chopped onion and remaining spices, cooking until the onions are softened, about 5-6 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and kosher salt. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Before serving, melt the butter in a small saucepan and stir in the sweet paprika and red pepper flakes until bubbly.
  5. In serving bowls, layer the cooked pasta, yogurt sauce, and beef. Drizzle with butter sauce and garnish with cherry tomatoes and mint or parsley.